2020 has posed a difficult and trying year for many. Our thoughts and condolences go out to everyone who has suffered a loss this year. We were shocked to find ourselves on the receiving end when Rick J. left us. He was a true Statesman in that no matter the circumstance, he stood up for his Nation, and was proud to be Onödowa’ga:’. In the abundance of memory sharing after his passing, it always included a story of a presentation, or a conference. That was his legacy, sharing a bit of our history, and hoping people retain it to carry on and share with those around them. Remember him for those efforts, his desire to spread the history, defend sovereignty, and be proud of where you come from. Remember him for the good he did for our people, because although he had his faults, he was human like everyone else, and he carried the weight of his ancestors on his shoulders.
We would like to thank everyone who came out and supported us during our loss with company, pictures, food, and memories. There are so many to name so forgive us if we forgot anyone…
Gosheneh and Angie Kennedy, Walter Wilcox, Lee Jimerson, Ramona and Heaven Williams, Beege & Jacky, Frankie Jo, Scott Snyder, Julie & Adrian, Sandy & Leanne Keyes, Little Fawn & Vicki Bennett, “RJ2”, Paula Pichon, Eileen Marx, Uncle Dunkle, Neal, Aunt Oat, The Folts/Babar/Nephew/Jemison/Anderson/MacBrien/Abrams/Gernatt Families. Pastor Rood, Catherine Folts, Beaner, Tina Abrams, Martin Seneca, Moe John, Rory, JC Seneca, Todd Gates, and Senator Tim Kennedy for their kind, and entertaining, speeches.
We lost a Partner, a Father, and a Papa. Our hearts are heavy, but the support of family and friends has lifted us up in our time of need. Be kind to one another, as you never know what someone is going through. O’jetšinö:nyo’
Courtney, Dalli, Marcellus & his life partner, Bernie
